ΚΑΤΟΧΗ, κατοχη
KATOCHĒ, katochē
Sounds Like: kah-TO-khee
Translations: possession, a possession, restraint, detention, a detention, seizure, a seizure
From the root: ΚΑΤΟΧΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This noun refers to the act of holding fast, possessing, or being held in restraint or detention. It can describe a state of being possessed by a spirit or a physical holding or seizure. It is derived from the verb 'katecho', meaning 'to hold down' or 'to possess'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G2729 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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- ΚΑΤΟΧΗΝ — possession, an occupation, detention, restraint
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